That Boise State traveled to previously-undefeated Wyoming on Wednesday night and pulled off the upset was surprising, no doubt. That the Broncos did it without leading scorer Derrick Marks and three other members of the playing rotation is a stunner.

Boise State coach Leon Rice left Marks, Mikey Thompson, Kenny Buckner and Darrious Hamilton all at home in Boise after deciding to suspend the foursome indefinitely.

Derrick Marks averages more than 16 points per game. (AP Photo)

“For me, heartbreaking. It was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make,’’ Rice told the Idaho Statesman. “We have a young team and we’re building a program. So one game is not as important as the future of our program. We don’t compromise on not doing it right.”

Jeff Elorriaga had 18 points and sank a 3-pointer at the buzzer as short-handed Boise State defeated Wyoming 63-61 in the Mountain West opener for both teams.